Strong but not so hard that it causes teeth problems
Handmade by the Amish
Product Description
Leerburg's 15" Nylon Tubular Tug is a smooth, flexible, and lightweight toy locally handmade by the Amish. The nylon for this tug is of softer material than Kevlar or firehose tugs so you can be assured that this tug will be gentle on your companion's gums and teeth. It's also flexible enough to easily slip into your training vest or back pocket whether you're going on a walk or training in your backyard.
The Nylon Tubular Tug is also the perfect training tool for the OUT command.
Dogs derive pleasure from being able to jerk a toy around. When training the OUT command, it is crucial to minimize the dog's ability to engage with the toy until they have successfully released it. Tugs with handles can offer too much leeway. A dog can easily 'self-reward' when the tug is held by the handles. This results in a dog who starts thinking it's a good idea to ignore the OUT command.
With the Nylon Tubular Tug, it's easy to "lock" the toy in place when giving the OUT command. Your dog will quickly learn it's no fun to pull at the tug when it's locked in place and will release the tug. This takes some practice but combined with marker training, the Nylon Tubular Tug can be a helpful training tool! To use this tug at its full potential, we recommend enrolling in our self-study online course on The Power of Playing Tug with Your Dog.
The Nylon Tubular Tug should be used for dogs that have already started tug training. Beginner puppies will work best with a jute or linen tug.
Tugs Are Not Chew Toys
Tugs are not chew toys and should never be left with dogs alone. When tugs are used correctly, they last for a very long time. When they are left unattended with a dog, they may only last minutes. User discretion is advised.
Note
Our Leerburg tugs are handmade. We try to be as exact as possible with size and color but variations may occur.
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Perfect tug to use as a reward, especially on walks. My GSD mix doesn't have the best grip and can't do the really hard, bite suit material tugs. This one is soft enough for him to really tug on it without slipping off, but definitely durable. It's nice and bendy so you can fold it and stick it in your pocket (unless you have 15" pockets...then no need). He loves it.
Anonymous
August 24, 2017
I use this tug for training my border collie puppy for agility. Yes, agility. It is long enough to provide a generous bite surface, is just the right "hardness" and tucks easily down the back of my pants when I am transitioning in and out of play. Right now I am ordering my, like, 12th one. I buy them in sets of three now. Really, really like this tug.
HughIV
Verified Purchase
January 07, 2017
I really like the size and feel of this tug toy unfortunately, it tore in the first five minutes of playing tug with my dog. The flat tug toy from Germany on Leerburg's site holds up much better. I purchased both at the same time. Its only a few dollars more and much more durable.
Anonymous
January 22, 2016
Ed,
I am a former Police Officer K9 Trainer and handler that rotates "in & out" to Afganistan and Iraq. Just started to utilize the red nylon tubular tug. Dogs are loving it as the "best" reward for explosive and narcotic detection. Many Thanks! Switching from Ray Allen to Leerburg for training supply needs. Recommending same to others!!
Joe D.
Anonymous
June 24, 2014
I am writing this review because I did just what Ed said NOT to do on the video about this product. I bought this product when my 3 yr old Rott was a puppy. I missed the class and the video about not leaving this or any other tug toy with the dog without playing tug. Moses had it chewed up in about 5 minutes. I was mad but just kept sewing it up. I knew somewhere in my head it was me that had caused this. I was told not to play tug unless you know you always win...WRONG again! No, I didn't get that DVD either. I just went to local classes to train. Now I have bought a couple of Leerburg's DVDs and I am in the middle of one of their first online training classes. I know where I went wrong and I know that my dog LOVED this toy, and that is the reason I am buying another one. I have to train him to play all over again (because I messed it up the first time-sorry bud). But this is worth the money and just know that your dog WILL chew it to pieces if you hand it over to them. I know Moses will forgive and forget and he and I WILL learn to play tug together and he will be allowed to win and build his confidence in this area. Thanks, Leerburg!
Anonymous
May 01, 2014
This has become our dog's favorite tug, she loves it. I carry this on walks for times she needs a quick release, and it works like a charm. It's also the perfect size to stick in my back pocket when she's not after it.
Anonymous
October 31, 2013
Leerburg is right about this - a great tug
I have only had this tug for a few days but already it is turing into our favourite. It's really hard to find tough tugs which are small enough for my Border Terrier to grip comfortably. Despite his small size, he is really hard on his tug toys (French linen -hah!) and I like that this is tough but also soft and not as abrasive to his teeth as kevlar (plus, I haven't found a kevlar tug with a small enough diameter for him).
The previous reviewer is right about this wearing in - the stuffing is packed really tight but already it is softening up and I can tell it will get more flexible with time. My dog's teeth are puncturing the material but it looks like any tears are unlikely to fray or run.
The manufacturing quality is great and the tug is easy to tuck away and quickly produce. It even throws well!
It does get slippery when slobbered on, but if you practice targeting so your dog grabs it in the middle, this is not a problem as there is plenty of room for your hands to hold the ends.
I would really recommend this for dogs that are already keen tuggers and happy to play with the tougher materials. Five Stars!
Courtney
April 12, 2012
This is my dogs Go to Tug! It is easy to hold with enough room to put your hands. It slips easily in & out of a training vest or pocket. Not having to worry about handles is awesome! I can switch hands and deliver the tug properly and quickly! I have had this tug a little over a year now and it has a few punctures but they have not frayed or shown any signs of coming apart. It does take a little while to break in but once it is, it is amazing. When I first got it I wasn't too impressed I thought when the dog got drool/slobber on it, it became a little slippery and hard to hold. I kept using it and sure enough about a week later it was broken in and one of the best tugs I have ever bought!
